Role Overview The Merchandise Planner is responsible for driving optimal inventory availability across a broad assortment of categories that cater to the parenting eco-system. In turn, their role is expected to drive and contribute towards revenue growth, margin performance, and working capital efficiency. The role combines demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and commercial decision-making in a high-SKU, fast-paced e-commerce setting that supports both retail and marketplace operations. This position partners closely with Commercial, Category, Operations, Finance, and Marketing teams to ensure inventory decisions are data-driven, scalable, and aligned with business growth targets. Key Responsibilities 1. Inventory Planning & Commercial Alignment Own inventory planning at SKU and category level to support sales, margin, and growth targets. Translate category strategies, promotions, and seasonal plans into inventory investment decisions. Prioritize stock allocation toward high-velocity and high-margin SKUs to maximize ROI.



Balance product availability with working capital and inventory turns. 2. Demand Forecasting & Analysis Develop and maintain demand forecasts using historical sales, seasonality, and trend analysis. Factor in marketing campaigns, events, launches, and promotional activity into forecasts. Partner with Commercial Operations (Planning & Performance) and Category teams to continuously refine forecast assumptions. Identify demand risks and opportunities early and recommend corrective actions. 3. Inventory Optimization & Performance Management Monitor and manage key inventory metrics including sell-through, weeks of cover, stockouts, excess, and aging inventory. Recommend markdowns, liquidation, reallocation, or replenishment strategies based on performance signals. Support SKU rationalization and new assortment introductions using demand and profitability insights. Drive reduction of excess and obsolete inventory. 4. Cross-Functional Collabor

📌 Merchandise Planner (Bengaluru)
🏢 Mumzworld
📍 Bengaluru